Desmani Martin
Fall River,MA
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Applied Behavior Institute
West Roxbury, MA
11.2020 - 09.2024
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
- Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
- Managed crisis situations with professionalism, ensuring the safety of all individuals involved while adhering to established protocols.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, enabling data-driven decision making for intervention adjustments and goal development.
- Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
- Empowered clients to self-advocate by teaching them effective communication strategies and adaptive coping mechanisms.
- Developed rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication essential to successful treatment outcomes.
- Learned specialized behavior approaches to implement behavioral strategies.
- Utilized technology tools for data collection and analysis, streamlining the process of monitoring client progress and informing treatment plan adjustments.
ABA Specialist
Canton Public Schools
Canton, MA
09.2021 - 06.2024
- Implemented visual schedules, prompting hierarchies, and other tools to facilitate successful transitions between activities for clients.
- Participated in case conferences with fellow practitioners to share insights, resources, and strategies for improving client outcomes.
- Improved client communication skills by implementing ABA strategies and techniques in therapy sessions.
- Established rapport with clients, fostering trust in therapeutic relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.
Education
High School Diploma - High School
Randolph High School
Randolph, MA06.2020
Skills
- Data Collection
- Social Skills Development
- Incidental Teaching
- Reinforcement Strategies
- Behavior Reduction Strategies
- Error Correction
- Toilet training
- Group Instruction
- Functional Communication Training
- Discrete Trial Training
- Natural Environment Training
- Emotional Regulation
- Feeding Interventions
- Rapport Building
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
- HIPAA Requirements
Timeline
ABA Specialist
Canton Public Schools
09.2021 - 06.2024
Registered Behavior Technician
Applied Behavior Institute
11.2020 - 09.2024
High School Diploma - High School
Randolph High School